For Marylanders, here is a list of local resources that are helpful for families need services for their family member with autism. There are most likely similiar services in most other states. In my research, one of the states with an abudnance of resources and services is Colorado. However. I have never lived there. Anyway, this link for local servies is titled Autism Connect and describes some financial resources. http://www.autismconnectmd.org/resources/local.html
Another important organization in Maryland for financial assistance is LISS funding through Humanin. There allocate up to $3,000 per individual with autism for recreational, respite, eduational, or support services. Here is the link for Humanin: http://www.humanim.com/
If you have had an experience that you feel needs legal attention and you have limited funding, the following resources can be very helpful for legal help and advocacy:
For Marylanders, here is a list of local resources that are helpful for families need services for their family member with autism. There are most likely similiar services in most other states. In my research, one of the states with an abudnance of resources and services is Colorado. However. I have never lived there. Anyway, this link for local servies is titled Autism Connect and describes some financial resources.
http://www.autismconnectmd.org/resources/local.html
Another important organization in Maryland for financial assistance is LISS funding through Humanin. There allocate up to $3,000 per individual with autism for recreational, respite, eduational, or support services. Here is the link for Humanin:
http://www.humanim.com/
Another resource to use as a place to start locating things your family specifically needs is the Department of Social Services
http://www.msa.md.gov/msa/mdmanual/01glance/html/social.html
OR, another major resource to find out where and what if you are not sure is the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
http://dda.dhmh.maryland.gov/SitePages/Home.aspx
OR, Maryland Department of Disabilities.
http://www.mdod.state.md.us/Education.aspx?id=200
If you have had an experience that you feel needs legal attention and you have limited funding, the following resources can be very helpful for legal help and advocacy: